How long do planning decisions take near Cornworthy?

The average planning decision time near Cornworthy is 60 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Cornworthy?

The planning approval rate near Cornworthy is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cornworthy?

The most common type of planning application near Cornworthy is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cornworthy?

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Cornworthy, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cornworthy, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Cornworthy are administered by South Hams District Council. View the full South Hams District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cornworthy

Cornworthy is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Hams district of Devon, England. As of 2021, it has a population of 368 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for local planning applications and development projects.

Population: 372 (2021)

District: South Hams

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Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cornworthy.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cornworthy.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Cornworthy based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Cornworthy.

- Land At Sx 820 556 Cornworthy
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed agricultural dry storage building measuring 13.71m (L) x 9.14m (B) x 5.58m height to ridge
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-03-11
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- Field Sw Of Butts Cross Sx8296 5527 Cornworthy
Change of use of land to equestrian use & proposed stable building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-28
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- Barn At Sx 825 552, Cornworthy
Demolition of agricultural building and construction of replacement dwelling - (previous approvals 0936/20/PDM and 2930/22/FUL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-21
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- High Walls Cornworthy TQ9 7ES
T1: Mediterranean Pine – remove, dropping heavy branches and pine cones, making garden unsafe for children.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-29
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- The Old Rectory Cornworthy TQ9 7ES
T1: Magnolia - Reduce the crown height by 3 metres and lateral spread by 3 metres to finished crown dimensions of 3.5 metres in height and 3 metres in spread, in order to incrementally reduce the size
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-08-04
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- 3 Green Close Cornworthy TQ9 7HW
T1: Norway Maple - fell and grind out stump to control suspected Honey fungus infection.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Cornworthy in Devon

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cornworthy a particularly low-crime area.

Cornworthy has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cornworthy includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): South Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Cornworthy

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cornworthy. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cornworthy may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Cornworthy slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cornworthy were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), other applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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